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For over seven millennia, jade has occupied a unique position in human history as a material for weaponry, religious rites, and high art. In GT Podicle #35, our hosts David and Jane focus on the different types of jade, their complex geological formation, the mineralogical properties that define each variety, the specialized mining techniques and the intricate, often speculative, process of evaluating and cutting raw boulders. Finally, they discuss the various enhancements and treatments used in the modern market, noting the difficulties experts face when attempting to appraise and price high-quality specimens.
In GT Podicle #36, David and Jane look at spodumene, a versatile mineral that forms in lithium-rich geological pockets, manifesting in vibrant varieties such as pink kunzite and green hiddenite. They discuss their specific scientific properties, the diverse regions they are found, concerns about potential irradiation treatments and the importance of consumer education regarding the stones' physical fragility.
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With Sole Leone Gem Academy, you can take a World Gem Foundation course, workshop, lecture or training in gemology or have your
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ACA Gemological Laboratory is an online information resource focused on diamonds, gems, and gemology. The site provides
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